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School Count and Graph Free Worksheet

This School Count and Graph free printable combines visual scanning, counting, and beginning graphing practice in one engaging activity. Students search the page for familiar school objects, count each type, and record their answers by coloring the graph. The black-and-white worksheet requires no preparation and is easy to use in classrooms, therapy sessions, homeschool lessons, […]

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Math War Games Free Printable

Turn math practice into an exciting competition with this Math Tug of War Game! This free printable combines counting, number sense, and strategy in a fun, interactive way that keeps kids engaged. Whether you’re teaching in a classroom, working in therapy, or playing at home, this game offers a simple yet effective way to strengthen […]

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Understanding the Link Between Fine Motor Skills and Math Abilities in Children

Educators, parents, and occupational therapists play a crucial role in developing children’s fine motor skills. An intriguing aspect of this development is the understanding the link between fine motor skills and math abilities in children. A recent study by Gashaj & Trninic (2023) sheds light on this connection, revealing insights valuable for professionals working with […]

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Math and Executive Function Skills

Mathematics, with its intricate problems and abstract concepts, can be a challenge for many students. However, success in math isn’t solely about numbers and formulas; it’s also intimately linked with a to cognitive skills known as math and executive functions. Math and executive function refer to the mental skills that help with working memory, managing […]

Math and Physical Education Activities

Math and physical education activities have been shown to enhance academic achievement. What does the research say now?

Math and physical education activities have been shown to enhance academic achievement. In recent years, there has been a growing body of research linking physical activity with improved academic performance. Many schools are now incorporating physically active lessons into their curriculum in an effort to boost student achievement. WHAT MAKES BEING ACTIVE IN MATH HELP […]

Board Games for Learning Numbers and Other Skills

Children need to start learning about numbers at an early age and an easy way to introduce numeracy is through the use of board games.

Children love to play board games. It is not just about turn taking and having fun, educators and parents can use board games for learning numbers and many other skills. Did you know that mathematical performance is strongly associated with later mathematics and reading achievement? Children need to start learning about numbers at an early […]

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September 2020 FREE Student Calendars

This blank and traceable calendars bundle 2020-2021, created by school-based Occupational Therapist Thia Triggs, provides differentiated instruction and practice of numeral formations through participating in functional tasks – making calendars. 

Calendar skills are an important skill that young children learn in the classroom. It helps them to learn about the days of the weeks, months, numbers, counting, grouping, and so much more! Sometimes though it can be hard since children have varying levels of abilities. Perhaps some can write the numbers with ease and others […]